Swearer Center for Public Service
Brown University's Swearer Center funds student and graduate research projects that integrate academic work with community engagement to address public issues.
Funder: Brown University
Due Dates: April 15, 2026 (Graduate Proctorship) | September 7, 2026 (Engaged Research Mini-Grants, Fall) | January 25, 2027 (Engaged Research Mini-Grants, Spring) | April 5, 2027 (Engaged Research Mini-Grants, Summer)
Funding Amounts: Engaged Research Mini-Grants: up to $500 per project; Graduate Proctorship: standard Brown doctoral stipend, health/dental/fees included if applicable.
Summary: Supports student and graduate research, learning, and partnerships advancing community engagement and public good.
Description
The Swearer Center for Public Service at Brown University offers a range of funding opportunities to support community-engaged scholarship, research, and practice. Programs such as the Engaged Research Mini-Grants and the Graduate Proctorship in Community-Engaged Scholarship are designed to empower undergraduate and graduate students, as well as doctoral candidates, to collaborate with community partners, conduct impactful research, and foster public good. These opportunities connect academic pursuits with real-world issues, offering resources for research, experiential learning, and partnership development across disciplines and communities.
